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Mastering Videoconferencing Lighting: A Guide for Recruiters and Job Seekers

by Veronica Blatt

image of a man in front of a laptop with poor lightingIn the dynamic world of professional recruitment, how you present yourself can be the difference between landing that coveted opportunity or being passed over. Today, we’re focusing on a vital yet often overlooked aspect of your digital presentation – lighting.

The Impact of Lighting on Videoconferencing

What makes one video call visually appealing and another less so? The answer is simple, yet profound – lighting. Proper lighting not only enhances your on-camera appearance but also projects an image of professionalism and attention to detail. It’s not about vanity; it’s about visibility. Read the rest of this entry »

Smart Sourcing with Candidate Engagement

by Veronica Blatt

Today’s guest blogger is Armaan Akbany, CEO and Co-Founder of Shortlyst AI. Shortlyst AI is an all-in-one AI-based outbound multi-channel sourcing platform. Shortlyst AI provides 650+ million professional database, automation and contact finder features to cater to the needs of modern recruitment. In this article, Armaan and the Shortlyst Team discuss how better candidate engagement can improve your sourcing efforts.

The initial phase of the hiring process involves sourcing candidates. The HR department must review all incoming applications and shortlist them accordingly. A variety of techniques have been employed to achieve this, including ATS screening, employee referrals, and internal talent utilization. However, as time progresses, it’s crucial to stay up-to-date with the latest sourcing candidate developments to ensure your company remains competitive in acquiring the desired talent. Companies must realize that applicants have the right to seek out the most suitable workplace for their needs, just as companies have the right to establish their requirements. This has become even more prevalent since the pandemic’s conclusion, with remote work being one of the most preferred options among candidates. A helpful tip for effective sourcing is to make the most of candidate engagement. Read the rest of this entry »

When You Haven’t Done Much Marketing, Where Do You Start?

by Veronica Blatt

Today’s guest blogger is Sharon Newey. She is the MD of Superfast Recruitment, a recruitment marketing consultancy that also provides campaigns and content to support recruiters and search companies globally to stand out to clients and candidates and win more business. Since 2008 they have worked with over 300 companies helping them to grow their marketing results. Superfast Recruitment is an NPAworldwide Endorsed Program partner. Read her post below if you want to know where to start with your marketing this year.

In a recent email, we shared a handy marketing checklist to identify your starting point for this year, which I know many of you found useful.

Logically, the next question is, where should I start considering my gaps?

Today’s post will answer that question for you and is especially relevant if you haven’t done much marketing before. Read the rest of this entry »

Executive Recruitment Strategies: Transitioning from Cold to Warm Calling

by Veronica Blatt

In the world of executive recruitment, business development is a critical component. Traditionally, recruiters have relied heavily on cold calling to attract new clients. However, as the industry evolves, many are transitioning to more effective strategies such as warm calling. This shift not only increases the likelihood of successful client acquisition but also fosters long-term relationships that can lead to repeat business. No one wants to receive cold calls from someone who doesn’t know anything about them or their business. Read the rest of this entry »

Leveraging Social Media for Recruitment

by Liz Carey

Person holding a mobile phone with the LinkedIn social media app openRecruiters cannot deny the significance of social media when it comes to finding the right candidates for their clients. Social media is a platform that can help recruiters identify talented and skilled individuals that may not appear in their traditional search. In addition, social media can help recruiters create a powerful employer brand and deliver a personalized experience to candidates. This blog post will share some interesting tips and tricks for recruiters who want to leverage social media platforms for recruitment and make the best of their social media strategy. Read the rest of this entry »

Recruiters: Make Industry Connections and Develop a Peer Network

by Dave Nerz

Establishing and nurturing industry connections is a crucial aspect of professional growth and success. As the president of NPAworldwide, I see the value of these relationship in play on a regular basis.

Building Bridges: The Importance of Industry Connections

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected business world, establishing and maintaining industry connections is more important than ever. These connections serve as bridges that link professionals, businesses, and organizations, creating a network that extends beyond individual capabilities. Here’s why cultivating these connections is essential: Read the rest of this entry »

B2B Business Development: The Top 10 Unconventional Things You Need to Do for Success

by Veronica Blatt

Today’s guest blogger is Tim Lane founder and director of Park Lane Recruitment based near Manchester UK.  Park Lane Recruitment is a specialist recruiting firm in the technology space with niche areas of cybersecurity, fintech, space and defense IT, as well as generic IT sales, tech and managerial.  Tim is also an NPAworldwide Board Director with responsibility for the EMEA region and a 30+ year veteran of the recruiting industry. Today Tim gives us a lighthearted look at the serious topic of business development.

Welcome to the wild, sometimes wacky, world of B2B business development! This isn’t your ordinary, dry-as-dust, business tutorial. Oh no, we’re about to dive headlong into a tongue-in-cheek guide that reveals the lighter side of building successful business relationships. From mastering the art of the ‘Zoom mullet’ to the delicate dance of the follow-up email, we’ll explore the top ten things you need to do for successful B2B business development. So buckle up, grab a notepad (and perhaps a cocktail), and prepare for an irreverent romp through the often-hilarious reality of B2B networking. After all, who said business had to be boring? Read the rest of this entry »

Legal Protections Against Backdoor Hiring

by Veronica Blatt

Today’s guest blogger is Wilson Cole. He is the CEO of BackdoorHires.com and Adams, Evens & Ross, the nation’s largest credit and collections agency designed exclusively for the staffing and recruiting industry. In 2008 he was inducted into INC Magazine’s, “INC 500” for being the CEO of Adams, Evens & Ross, the 307th fastest-growing privately held company in America. Adams, Evens, & Ross has helped more than 3,000 staffing and recruiting firms recover more than $1 billion in past-due debt and is an NPAworldwide Endorsed Program. Read his post below to learn what to do if you’re facing backdoor hiring.

Companies strive to find the best talent to fuel their growth. Unfortunately, some unscrupulous entities resort to backdoor hiring – a practice where a third party approaches employees without the knowledge or consent of the current employer.

This act undermines the trust between employers and their workforce and poses significant legal challenges. This blog post will delve into the legal recourse available to companies facing backdoor hiring and explore the steps they can take to prevent and address such situations. Read the rest of this entry »

Best of the Independent Recruiter Blog 2023

by Veronica Blatt

We are taking a break from the blog this week and enjoying an extended holiday break. Below are the most-read posts of 2023 on the independent recruiter blog so you can catch up on your reading over the next week or so. We’ll be back with new content in early January. Thank you for your continued readership and support. Read the rest of this entry »

Improve Your Recruitment Desk with Revenue Modeling

by Veronica Blatt

Back in 2020 during the pandemic, business conditions changed rapidly for recruiters. From a screeching halt to hiring to a rapid change in attitudes about work, anyone who works a recruitment desk has had to adapt to new ways of working. We started offering a monthly webinar series to offer free training to NPAworldwide members, which has been wildly popular and continues to offer great value. Earlier this month, Barb Bruno from Good As Gold Training offered a session on subtle tweaks to business development tactics. This was a really dynamic presentation, full of practical, no-nonsense advice. I’d like to share some of my favorite tidbits: Read the rest of this entry »

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